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KR53 WDK

2003 Smart (mcc) City Coupe

Black Petrol 698cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Oct 2026
Tests22 (21 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.5%

Mileage

24,571 mi
Last recorded24,571 miles
Recorded on22 Oct 2025
Typical for 2003 Smart (mcc) City Coupe47,556 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKR53 WDK
MakeSmart (mcc)
ModelCity Coupe
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine698cc

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MOT History

21 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 Oct 2025 24,571 miles

Front Direction indicator insecure Both Sides (4.4.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 23 Oct 2024 19,257 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2023 13,528 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2022 12,499 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2021 11,946 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2020 11,277 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2019 10,656 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2018 9,809 miles
Fail 13 Dec 2018 9,809 miles

Brake pedal has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

Pass 13 Dec 2017 9,191 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2016 8,533 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2015 7,921 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2014 7,362 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2013 7,067 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2012 6,829 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2011 6,586 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2010 6,175 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2009 5,907 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2008 5,578 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2007 5,269 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2007 5,269 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2006 5,083 miles

How Reliable is the Smart (mcc) City Coupe?

Based on 282,294 MOT tests across 17,380 vehicles.

71.5%
Pass Rate
3,273
Miles/Year
27
Year Lifespan
17,380
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp not working 9,153
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 8,215
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 5,697
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 5,268
Headlamp aim too low 5,252
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KR53 WDK is a 2003 Smart (mcc) City Coupe in Black with a 698cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.5%.

Across all 2003 Smart (mcc) City Coupe models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.9% with a typical mileage of 47,556 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Smart (mcc) City Coupe fails its MOT is stop lamp not working, accounting for 9,153 recorded failures. If you're considering buying KR53 WDK, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Smart (mcc) City Coupe typically stays on UK roads for around 27 years. At 23 years old, this Smart (mcc) City Coupe is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was KR53 WDK registered?

KR53 WDK is a 2003 Smart (mcc) City Coupe, first registered on 23 December 2003.

Is KR53 WDK safe to buy?

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